Tabbouli is a chopped herb and grain salad that is traditionally made with bulgur. I recently had a version that substituted quinoa for the bulgur, making the dish healthier and, in my opinion, better. Here is my interpretation of the Quinoa Tabbouli from Cypus Bistro & Cafe in Campbell, CA. It is heavy on the herbs and light on the grains, making it a very light and refreshing salad. Fresh herbs are a must.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup quinoa, rinsed and drained
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 2 cups minced fresh parsley leaves, from one large bunch
- 1 cup minced fresh mint leaves
- 2 ripe tomatoes, cored, seeded and finely chopped
- 1 small onion, minced
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- zest of one lemon
- salt and pepper to taste
Directions
- Bring a scant cup of water to boil in a medium saucepan. Add 1/4 tsp salt and the rinsed quinoa. Cover pan, reduce heat to low and cook for 20 minutes, or until water is absorbed and quinoa is soft. Remove from heat. Place a paper towel or clean dish towel over the top of the saucepan and replace the lid. Let sit for 10 minutes, then spread the quinoa on a clean baking sheet to cool. You can prepare the quinoa in advance and refrigerate until ready to make the tabbouli.
- To prepare the salad: In a large bowl combine the quinoa, parsley, mint, tomatoes, onion and lemon zest. Toss gently to blend. In a small bowl whisk together the olive oil and lemon juice and toss with the salad. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
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Nutrition Facts
Amount Per Serving | %DV |
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Serving Size 123g | |
Recipe makes 6 servings | |
Calories 236 | |
Calories from Fat 169 | 72% |
Total Fat 19.16g | 24% |
Saturated Fat 2.64g | 11% |
Trans Fat 0.0g | |
Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
Sodium 113mg | 5% |
Potassium 348mg | 10% |
Total Carbs 14.43g | 4% |
Dietary Fiber 2.8g | 9% |
Sugars 2.03g | 1% |
Protein 3.32g | 5% |
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